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Concession Contract for Local Electrical Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Installation, Operation and Maintenance

BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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19 Nov 2025 at 14:19

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Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, initiated by Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council, involves a concession contract for the installation, operation, and maintenance of local electrical vehicle infrastructure (LEVI). The project is focused on increasing the capacity of electric vehicle charge points, particularly in residential areas with high dependence on on-street parking. Supported by a £1.6 million capital funding from the LEVI Fund, the contract has reached the award stage, with Connected Kerb being selected as the supplier. The contract, signed on 13th October 2025, is in the region of Blackburn (UKD41) and classified under the 'services' category, specifically within electrical services. The entire procurement was conducted using an open procedure, covered by the GPA.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in electrical services, infrastructure management, and sustainable energy solutions. Companies experienced in providing residential charging infrastructure and those capable of enhancing social value through their operations would find this project particularly rewarding. The tender's focus on quality and social value criteria underscores opportunities for businesses that excel in these areas, while the substantial budget highlights the potential scale of the project. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs), like Connected Kerb, that can leverage innovative solutions and efficient cost management are well-poised to benefit from similar future opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Concession Contract for Local Electrical Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Installation, Operation and Maintenance

Notice Description

This is a concession contract to deliver public charging infrastructure across the borough of Blackburn with Darwen. The project aims to provide local residential charging infrastructure, through the expansion of the number of Electric Vehicle charge points in areas with high dependence on on-street parking. The Council has received capital funding of PS1.6 million from the LEVI Fund to support this project.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The project aims to provide local residential charging infrastructure, through the expansion of the number of Electric Vehicle charge points in areas with high dependence on on-street parking.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e481
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075270-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71314100 - Electrical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Chris Aston
Contact Email
chris.aston@blackburn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKBURN
Postcode
BB1 7DY
Post Town
Blackburn
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Delivery Location
TLD41 Blackburn with Darwen
Local Authority
Blackburn with Darwen
Electoral Ward
Blackburn Central
Westminster Constituency
Blackburn

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONNECTED KERB

Further Information

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